FEYI HILLARY AWOPETU

Founded a consultancy agency focused on career development and financial analysis, driving strategic growth and financial planning for startups, SMEs, and individuals.

• Developed comprehensive financial models and business valuations for 10+ startup ventures and established businesses, enabling informed strategic planning and investment decisions.
• Prepared detailed business plans and compelling pitch decks for over 10 projects, instrumental in securing funding and driving business expansion.
• Launched a consultancy agency focused on Gen Z career development, securing N1,000,000 in funding for the 'Level Up Bootcamp' and upskilling 100 students through soft skills training, externships, and mentorship.

Supported operational efficiency and compliance within an investment banking firm, focusing on documentation, reporting, and process streamlining.

• Prepared necessary reports and documentation for HR and Legal departments, ensuring compliance and streamlining the renewal of investment licenses.
• Implemented daily call-over reports for all operational transactions, significantly enhancing transparency and data accuracy for informed decision-making.
• Developed standardized deal slips for liability transactions, streamlining the process by 5% and ensuring accurate record-keeping.

Optimized financial reporting and reconciliation processes, contributing to improved accuracy and financial integrity.

• Reduced financial reporting errors by 15% through in-depth financial reconciliations, providing key insights for improved accuracy.
• Identified and corrected over $500 in revenue discrepancies, demonstrating thorough attention to detail while conducting DirectPay Analysis, contributing to precise revenue reporting.
• Managed and resolved paid and unpaid client accounts through extensive financial analysis and reconciliation, improving financial integrity and strengthening customer relationships.

Contributed to market penetration and project management for key business development initiatives.

• Managed the Nigeria and Ghana localization project, ensuring timely delivery of milestones through task completion and review.
• Supported the Business Development team's growth strategy, facilitating bank deal flows and contributing to a 3% increase in market penetration.
• Prepared detailed weekly reports, providing critical insights into localization project progress and enabling informed decision-making.
• Streamlined procurement processes by creating multiple sourcing and payment requests, ensuring smooth execution of ongoing projects.

Drove Business, customer acquisition, and revenue growth, implementing strategic sales and marketing initiatives.

• Identified and acquired over 50 prospective customers, directly contributing to 200% growth in new client acquisition.
• Secured over $5,000 in annual recurring revenue (ARR) by acquiring 5+ premium and enterprise clients.
• Increased sales activity by 40% through efficient CRM management and targeted email campaigns, enhancing customer engagement and retention.
• Designed and executed a field marketing strategy that increased lead generation by 30% and resulted in the acquisition of over 5 new qualified leads from industry events.

Led partnership and sponsorship initiatives, expanding the community's network and securing vital funding.

• Cultivated strategic partnerships and sponsorships, significantly expanding the community's network and revenue streams.
• Spearheaded successful grant applications and proposals, securing $1,000 in funding to directly support Training Programs, meetups, and hackathons.
• Pioneered creative initiatives and opportunities, enhancing the value proposition for both prospective and existing partners.
• Managed a portfolio of 10 sponsors, exceeding satisfaction targets by 80% through customized proposals, dedicated support, and active industry representation.

Conducted comprehensive market research and developed strategic go-to-market plans for venture clients.

• Conducted extensive market research and analysis to develop strategic go-to-market (GTM) plans, resulting in a 15% reduction in marketing resource expenditure.
• Developed concise user personas and marketing structures, providing critical support for fundraising initiatives.
• Monitored emerging technology trends within startup ecosystems, providing strategic insights that informed new market opportunities.

Awarded at the Nigeria Association of Computing Students Southwest Innovators Gala